1996 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A6 | 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |